Arts Events in the Tri-Valley Area

PCAC posts this calendar as a service to the
arts organizations of the Tri-Valley Area.

(This page was last updated August 24, 2010.)

Information about many of the arts groups listed in this calendar may be found by visiting the Links page of this web site. If you would like to post an event to this calendar, please use our Contact Us page, or send an e-mail to info@pleasantonarts.org. Please visit our Special Events page for information about upcoming concerts presented by PCAC.

Ongoing

The Cantabella Children's Chorus

The Cantabella Children's Chorus, an internationally award-winning chorus, invites you to their free rehearsals on Tuesdays from 3:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Granada Southern Baptist Church, 945 Concannon Blvd., Livermore, CA, and Wednesdays from 3:35 p.m. to 6:35 p.m., at Valley Community Church, 4455 Del Valle Parkway, Pleasanton, CA. For more information call 925-292-2663, or visit http://www.cantabella.org.

Classic Film Series

A free classic film series hosted by Dr. Candy Klaschus, a film historian at Las Positas College, is shown every first Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Library Meeting Room, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Information: 925-931-3405.

Dublin Heritage Center Music Jam

Every Tuesday night there is an open music jam for either Bluegrass or Irish Fiddle. All are welcome to come and listen or join in and play. 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA. Information: 925-452-2100.

International Automotive Treasures

Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, CA. Adults $8, Seniors/Students $5. Information: 925-736-2280 or see www.BlackhawkMuseum.org.

Livermore Art Association Gallery

A co-op gallery featuring watercolors, oils, clay, textiles, jewelry and more, upstairs in the historic Carnegie Building, 2155 Third Street, Livermore, CA. Regular hours, Wednesday through Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 pm. Information: 925-449-9927.

Women's Barbershop Chorus

Harmony Crossroads a cappella chorus rehearses Mondays, 7:30 p.m. at Pleasanton Community Church, 4455 Stoneridge Drive (SE corner at Santa Rita Road), Pleasanton, CA. New members, visitors welcome. Information: 925-846-1857 or see www.harmonycrossroads.org.

August 2010

August 26: Evening Band Concert

The Pleasanton Community Concert Band will play from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Livemore Farmers' Market, Fourth and J Streets, Livermore, CA. Free. Information: 925-846-5897 or www.pleasantonband.org.

August 27: Concert in the Park

Featuring the latin rock band, Ruckatan. At 7:30 p.m. in Lions Wayside Park, First Street at Neal, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 925-484-2199.

August 27, 28, 29: "The Pirates of Penzance"

The musical presented by the Lamplighters Music Theatre. August 27 at 8:00 p.m., August 28 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., August 29 at 2:00 p.m. In the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 2010

September 3: Concert in the Park

Featuring the 1940's dance band, Public Eye. At 7:30 p.m. in Lions Wayside Park, First Street at Neal, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 925-484-2199.

September 5: "New World Jazz Ensemble"

Performing jazz standards. At 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 925-931-3405

September 10: Spencer Day

The Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center presents Spencer Day – singer, songwriter sensation! At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $16 - $40, students $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 12: Above All: Mount Whitney and California's Highest Peaks

Photographer David Stark Wilson to present a nature slide show. At 2:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 925-931-3405

September 13: Livermore Art Association and Pleasanton Art League Potluck and Social

From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Charles R. Vineyards, 8195 Crane Ridge Road, Livermore, CA. Some wine will be provided at no charge, and you may purchase additional wine as well. Information and reservations: 925-371-7777.

September 13, 20: Valley Concert Chorale Auditions

If you would like to join Valley Concert Choraleus, call 925-866-4003 and leave a message; or call Pam Grove at 925-462-4205 to arrange a time. Information: www.ValleyConcertChorale.org.

September 16: Pleasanton Poetry on Main: A Monthly Gathering of Poets

Calling all Poets! Starting on September 16, we'll host a once-a-month group for feedback and appreciation of each others' poems in downtown Pleasanton at Little Valley Winery. Marilyn Slade of Pleasanton, author of humorous poetry and prose, will co-host the gatherings. Bring two poems for critique. Free event. Soft drinks provided. No-host wine by the glass with ID. From 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Little Valley Winery, 739 Main Street, Pleasanton, CA. Information: contact Michelle Russo at mrusso@ci.pleasanton.ca.us or 925-931-5350 or Deborah Grossman at pleasantonpoetry@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/PleasantonPoetry.

September 17: Firehouse Arts Center Opening Night

Enjoy fine wines and a movable feast as you tour the theater, art gallery, classrooms and outdoor spaces. From 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Information: www.pleasantonartsfoundation.org.

September 17: Montrose and Gary Hoey World Class Guitar Legends

Ronnie Montrose and Gary Hoey. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $27 - $49, students $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 17: "This is Spinal Tap"

An American rock musical mockumentary directed by Rob Reiner about the fictional heavy metal band, Spinal Tap. At 11:30 p.m. in the Vine Cinema & Alehouse, 1722 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $7. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26: "My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra"

The musical revue presented by Tri-Valley Repertory Theater. Performances are at 8:00 p.m. Fridays/Saturdays and 2:00 p.m. Sundays. In the TVRT Studio Theatre, 1048 Serpentine Lane, Suite 309, Pleasanton, CA 94566. Cost: $25 for adults, $22 for seniors, $20 for students. Information: www.trivalleyrep.com.

September 18: Firehouse Arts Center Dedication

Enjoy fine wines and a movable feast as you tour the theater, art gallery, classrooms and outdoor spaces. Complete with music, art exhibits and demonstrations, refreshments, prize drawings and activities for children. The celebration will last from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and the dedication will take place at 11:00 a.m. In the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: www.pleasantonartsfoundation.org.

September 18: Art in Carnegie Park

Presented by the Livermore Art Association. Arts and crafts for sale and art demonstrations by artists. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Carnegie Park, 2155 Third Street, Livermore, CA.

September 18: Guitar Superstar 2010

Guitar Player's Superstar Finals. At 7:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $23 - $37. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 18: California Writers Club

Ransom Stephens, PhD, will discuss his journey with The God Patent. A professor of particle physics turned writer and speaker, Stephens first published his novel on Scribd.com, but it has since been released in print by Numina Press. Information: trivalleywriters.org.

September 18: "The Wall"

The life of the fictional rock star 'Pink' is the subject of the visually evocative cult film based upon the music and visions of the group Pink Floyd as portrayed in the album of the same title. At 11:30 p.m. in the Vine Cinema & Alehouse, 1722 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $7. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 23: Evening Band Concert

The Pleasanton Community Concert Band celebrates the opening of Pleasanton's Firehouse Arts Center. At 7:00 p.m. in the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: www.pleasantonband.org or 925-846-5897.

September 23: Caledon

The "Three Tenors" of Scotland. At 7:30 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $18 - $40, students $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 25: Deolinda

The popular musical group. At 8:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $18 - $40, students $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

September 29: "In the Shadow of the Raven: Edgar Allan Poe"

Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson brings his talent and fascination for Edgar Allan Poe to life in this unique one-man play. At 7:00 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Free. Information: 925-931-3405

October 2010

October 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10: "My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra"

The musical revue presented by thr Tri-Valley Repertory Theater. Performances are at 8:00 p.m. Fridays/Saturdays and 2:00 p.m. Sundays. In the TVRT Studio Theatre, 1048 Serpentine Lane, Suite 309, Pleasanton, CA 94566. Cost: $25 for adults, $22 for seniors, $20 for students. Information: www.trivalleyrep.com.

October 2: Opening Night Gala

Celebrate the opening of the Livermore Valley Opera season with a substantial hors d'oeuvres dinner, lovely wines and a string quartet. At 5:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $55. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 2, 3, 9, 10: "Don Giovanni"

Presented by Livermore Valley Opera. Saturdaysand Sundays at 2:00 p.m. in the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 9: 9th Annual Artwalk

Presented by the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center. Starting at 11:00 a.m. at the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Free. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 12: Kelly Corrigan, author of "Lift"

An event in the Rae Dorough Speaker Series. At 7:30 p.m. at the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 14: "Spirit Talk"

Terri Carlson will describe the spirits that surround Pleasanton. An event in the Ed Kinney Lecture Series sponsored by the Museum on Main. At 7:00 p.m. at the Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Museum members: $5, others: $10. Information: 925-462-2766 or www.museumonmain.org.

October 14: It's Magic

A live stage show featuring many of the top professional magicians. At 7:30 p.m. at the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $29 - $51, students $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 16: Anonymous 4

A female vocal quartet presented by Del Valle Fine Arts. At 8:00 p.m. at the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $21 - $33. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 21: BOO_etry 2: A Halloween Party with Poetry

Get your scariest poems dusted off to read at the suspiciously special open mic. Halloween costumes are welcome, but optional. From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Century House, 2401 Santa Rita Road, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: $5.00, students free. Information: contact Michelle Russo at mrusso@ci.pleasanton.ca.us or 925-931-5350 or Deborah Grossman at pleasantonpoetry@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/PleasantonPoetry.

October 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31: "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"

The musical about adolescent overachievers presented by Tri-Valley Repertory Theater. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.; Sundays at 2:00 p.m. In the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $21 - $33. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 24: Fundraiser Concert for Valley Concert Chorale

Come and enjoy tasty treats and beverages while you listen to some selections from popular movies and musicals, including music from A Choral Celebration by Sondheim, a King and I Medley, A Choral Portrait by Jerome Kern, A Sentimental Journey through the 40's, and Fiddler on the Roof. At 3:00 pm in Fellowship Hall, First Presbyterian Church, 4th & L Streets, Livermore, CA. Cost: $35. Information: www.ValleyConcertChorale.org.

October 26: Reducing The Nuclear Stockpile

Former Secretary of Defense William Perry and LLNL Director Emeritus Michael May discuss the potential for and the issues associated with reducing American and Russian nuclear weapon inventories to zero. An event in the Rae Dorough Speaker Series. At 7:30 pm at the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

October 28: Red Priest: Nightmare in Venice

An early music quartet named for Antonio Vivaldi. At 7:30 pm at the Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore, CA. Cost: $29 - $51, students $12. Information: 925-373-6800 or www.LivermorePerformingArts.org.

November 2010

November 16: Poetry and Prayer: A Panel Discussion on Poetry as a Language of Faith

Poet Laureate Deborah Grossman will host a panel discussion with several Tri-Valley clergy from various faiths about the role that poetry plays in their religious tradition. The clergy will read examples of poetry in liturgy and speak about the significance of poetry in their faith. From 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA. Cost: $5.00, students free. Information: contact Michelle Russo at mrusso@ci.pleasanton.ca.us or 925-931-5350 or Deborah Grossman at pleasantonpoetry@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/PleasantonPoetry.

Visual Arts Organizations

Alamo-Danville Artists' Society (ADAS): 925-837-6414

Danville Area Cultural Alliance (DACA): 925-838-1959

Pleasanton Art League: 925-462-5917

Livermore Art Association: 925-447-8553

Museums

Danville Fine Arts: 233 Front St, Danville, CA. For hours and information, call 925-838-1959.

Livermore Heritage Guild History Center: Third and K Streets, Livermore, CA. For hours and information, call 925-449-9927.

Museum on Main Street: 603 Main St, Pleasanton, CA. Museum open Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 925-426-2766 or www.museumonmain.org.

Dublin Heritage Center & Historical Preservation: 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA. Hours: Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 925-803-4128.

Museum of the San Ramon Valley: Corner of West Prospect and Railroad Avenues, Danville, CA. Tuesday through Friday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Information: 925-837-3750 or www.museumsrv.org.

Blackhawk Museum: 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville, CA. Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8 adults, $4 seniors over 65, students with ID & Members free. Information: 925-736-2280 or www.BlackhawkMuseum.org.